Tanker struck in Hormuz, raising worries over escalation, as Trump vows to hit Iran 'hard'
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-09-01 11:59 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, US Politics, War & Conflict
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A tanker was struck by three unknown projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, stoking worries that the Middle East conflict could once again escalate.
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